Basic Details
Word: Bother
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To cause someone trouble, worry, or annoyance.
Synonyms: Disturb, trouble, annoy
Antonyms: Comfort, soothe, please
Idioms and Phrases
- Dont bother: A way to tell someone not to make an effort about something. Example: "If you don't want to go, then dont bother asking me to come along."
- It's a bother: Referring to something that is troublesome or annoying. Example: "It's a bother to clean my room, but I know I need to do it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I didnt want to bother my parents with my small problems.
Example 2: The noise from next door began to bother me while I was studying.
Example 3: She was worried that she would bother her friend if she called too often.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "bother" comes from the Middle English word "botheren," which means to "make a fuss"? It shows how the idea of causing trouble has been around for centuries!
Famous Quote
"Don't let the noise of others' opinions drown out your own inner voice." - Steve Jobs
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "bother" mean?
a) To help someone
b) To cause someone trouble or annoyance
c) To greet someone
d) To play with a friend
Answer: b) To cause someone trouble or annoyance
2. Which of these is a synonym of "bother"?
a) Comfort
b) Disturb
c) Soothe
d) Please
Answer: b) Disturb
3. What is the opposite of "bother"?
a) Annoy
b) Comfort
c) Trouble
d) Disturb
Answer: b) Comfort
4. Which sentence uses "bother" correctly?
a) She decided to bother her sister with a surprise party.
b) I dont want to bother anyone with my questions.
c) He tried to bother the cake to make it taste better.
d) They bother the ball to play football.
Answer: b) I dont want to bother anyone with my questions.
5. Which idiom means not to make an effort?
a) Dont bother
b) Its a bother
c) As busy as a bee
d) A piece of cake
Answer: a) Dont bother
